informally

Meanings

• adjective

  Used in a casual or unofficial way; not formally or formally correct.

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Variants

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informal , informalities , informality , informally

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Etymology

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From the late 15th century, the word 'informally' originated from the Old French word 'formalite' meaning 'form, ceremony'. The prefix 'in-' was added to denote the opposite.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the term 'informally' was first used in English literature in the 15th century?

2. The word 'informally' has 7 letters, and it can be found in the middle of the word 'uninhibitedly'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Formality: The quality of being formal, proper, or ceremonious in speech, behavior, or appearance.

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Culture

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In literature, 'informally' is often used to describe characters or situations where there is a lack of formality or structure. For instance, Mark Twain's 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' is written in an informal, colloquial style that reflects the speech and mannerisms of the characters.

How to Memorize "informally"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine situations where formality is not required or expected, such as a conversation between friends or a casual gathering.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'informally' with the concept of relaxation, comfort, and ease.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'CASUAL': 'C'asual, 'A'ttitude, 'S'ituation, 'U'nstructured, 'A'mbiance, and 'L'ack of formality.

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